Friends Of the Fest 1hr 26min
A mixed selection of films from friends of the festival, all with their own way of telling their stories from real-life or inner-perspectives.
Changes (dir. Nika Khitrova) - Nothing changes if nothing changes. A young woman on the brink of breaking free from addiction finds hope in a kind stranger as she strives to transform her life for herself and her child.
Exposé (dir. Anastazja Gajkowska) - Eighty-eight survivors from six continents share their powerful stories of breaking free from abuse, uniting with experts to expose the red flags, healing journeys, and lessons on love, in a global mission to end the cycle of abusive relationships once and for all.
Mr. Man's Piano (dir.Stephanie Williams) - Queer couple Molly and Rebecca have the "purrfect" family: wife, wife, and cat. Until one stormy night, when their bubble of domesticity is punctured by their cat-child's piano taking on a life of its own.
Hollywood I'm Sorry (dir. Fernando Escovar) - An Oscar bought off EBay leads to a SWAT team raid. Oscar winners are interviewed about what the Oscar means to them. And innocence is lost as it becomes clear what winning an Oscar really means.
Grafiti (dir. Mia Alvarez, Ian Carr, Caleb Chin, Stephanie Hickman, Kaitlyn Sage, Talie Sanchez, Cory Stone, Avery Streb, Marlon Streb, Justin Svolos) - The Theatre Club and Film Club are rivals competing for the coveted Principal's Cup at a high school for the arts.
The SIMI Film Fest is an annual celebration of independent filmmaking, set in the heart of Simi Valley. We showcase a diverse array of films from around the world, offering a platform for both emerging and established filmmakers to share their unique stories. Our festival is dedicated to fostering a creative community where filmmakers and audiences can connect, inspire, and engage. Come along to our 4-Day event of powerful storytelling, special events, and opportunities to discover the next generation of cinematic talent. Open to the public and the film industry.
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